<p><span class="inline inline-left"><img src="http://www.energybulletin.net/sites/default/files/images/GASCAN-red.thumbnail.jpg" alt="" title="" class="image image-thumbnail" width="60" height="100" /></span>The Do the Math blog series has built the case that physical growth cannot continue indefinitely; that fossil fuel availability will commence a decline this century—starting with petroleum; that alternative energy schemes constitute imperfect substitutes for fossil fuels; and has concluded that a very smart strategy for us to adopt is to slow down while we sort out the biggest transition humans have ever faced. The idea is to relieve pressure on the system, avoid the Energy Trap, and give ourselves the best possible chance for a successful transformation to a stable future.</p>
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